Controversial Nigerian artist, Speed Darlingtonappealed to the President Ahmed Tinubu Focusing on reforming the Nigerian police force, stressing that leadership should not be measured by economic progress alone.
The singer argued in a video released on Saturday, August 23 that while increasing GDP is important, it is also more important to protect citizens’ rights and freedoms.
According to him, many Nigerians suffer from unchecked police misconduct.
He said “Nigeria’s police often view human rights violations as part of their duties.” And urged the president to direct the police attorney general to change this culture.
His personal hardships in law enforcement
The artist recalled his unpleasant encounter with police, accusing him of being illegally detained for two months, despite a court ruling to order his release.
He explained that Nigerian law allows investigators to hold the suspect at a maximum of 28 days, but in his case, the police exceeded that limit with no reason.
“I was detained just because I could. He said.
Require changes
Speed Darlington insisted that real reforms to Nigeria were necessary, adding that economic policies alone did not guarantee justice or safety for ordinary citizens.
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